1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fiat | Panoz |
Model | Barchetta | Esperante |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |